Contracts Specialist I

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Raleigh, North Carolina, US
Base: $52,592 - $92,036; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Contract development and management
Procurement process expertise
Risk identification and mitigation
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill.
  • This position provides leadership and technical assistance to develop and maintain best practices in contracting and procurement for specialized equipment and services for consumers.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and parental leave.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, including special populations such as individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill.

Salary

Base: $52,592 - $92,036; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive state benefits including health insurance and retirement plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Contract development and management
  • Procurement process expertise
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Vendor performance reviews
  • Use of North Carolina Financial System
  • Coordination with internal and external auditors

Nice-to-have

  • Effective communication of complex regulations
  • Record maintenance and reporting
  • Problem resolution skills
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Collaboration with programmatic and fiscal staff

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
  • Two years progressive procurement or contract experience
  • Completion of North Carolina Contract Management Certification within one year
  • Experience with RFQ/IFB/RFP/RFA/bid processes

Work Rights

Not specified

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